2009 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 525 | S-Type |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |